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Upscayl

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Upscayl is a free, open-source AI image upscaler for Linux, MacOS, and Windows that enhances images up to 16x with batch and double upscaling. It offers multiple AI models, a cloud version, and paid plans starting at $24.99/month with credit rollover.

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Pricing4 options

Free

Free Trial for $0 with 10 credits included

Pro Plan $24.99 per month for 300 credits

Unused Pro Plan credits roll over each month

Platforms
Linux, MacOS, WindowsDesktop, mobile, tablet (Upscayl Cloud)Linux, MacOS and Windows
API accessNot public
FoundedNot disclosed by source
AvailabilityWeb / remote
LicenseFree and Open Source

Best suited to

Source-backed fit
Creators needing high-resolution image enhancement Businesses requiring bulk image upscaling Designers working across desktop platforms Artists preparing images for print or display Developers seeking an open-source AI upscaling tool Creators, Businesses, Designers, Artists, Developers
Decision support

Common questions and adoption checks

6 sourced answers

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01What does Upscayl say it can do?

AI Image Upscaler · Enhance images by up to 16x better resolution · Batch upscaling of multiple images at once · Double upscaling for better quality

The #1 Free and Open Source AI Image Upscaler for Linux, MacOS and Windows
Ledger citations[1] upscayl.org[2] upscayl.org/pricing[3] upscayl.org/privacy
02Who is Upscayl intended for?

Creators, Businesses, Designers, Artists, Developers

Upscayl is made for Creators Businesses Designers Artists Developers
Ledger citation[1] upscayl.org
03What use cases does Upscayl describe?

Online AI image upscaling and enhancement

We provide an online AI image upscaling and enhancement service (the "Service")
Ledger citation[3] upscayl.org/privacy
04What should teams verify before adopting Upscayl?

Pro Plan upscales up to 256MP images · Business plan upscales up to 512MP images

Upscayl up to 256MP
Ledger citation[2] upscayl.org/pricing
05What pricing information is available for Upscayl?

Free · Free Trial for $0 with 10 credits included · Pro Plan $24.99 per month for 300 credits · Unused Pro Plan credits roll over each month

The #1 Free and Open Source AI Image Upscaler for Linux, MacOS and Windows
Ledger citations[1] upscayl.org[2] upscayl.org/pricing[3] upscayl.org/privacy
06What integrations does Upscayl document?

Firebase Authentication · PostHog (analytics) · PayPal, Lemon Squeezy, Stripe (payment processors)

Email address, display name, and unique user ID from Firebase Authentication
Ledger citation[3] upscayl.org/privacy
Decision guide

Capabilities and operating fit

Image generation

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Common use cases

  • Upscale images up to 16x better resolution
  • Batch upscayl multiple images in one go
  • Double upscayl images twice for better quality
  • Choose between different AI models for different needs
  • Online AI image upscaling and enhancement via Upscayl Cloud
  • Generate AI images via Upscayl Cloud

Access signals

Pricing model
Free · Free Trial for $0 with 10 credits included · Pro Plan $24.99 per month for 300 credits · Unused Pro Plan credits roll over each month
API
Not publicly listed
Source links
3 recorded
Source-backed

Verified facts

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Official website

HTTP 200 verified twice

First-party description

Upscayl - AI Image Upscaler

Source-supported facts

Free and Open Source AI Image Upscaler · Available on Linux, MacOS and Windows · Also available on Desktop, mobile, tablet via Upscayl Cloud

Capability

AI Image Upscaler

Capability

Enhance images by up to 16x better resolution

Capability

Batch upscaling of multiple images at once

Capability

Double upscaling for better quality

Audience

Creators, Businesses, Designers, Artists, Developers

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Pricing

Free

Platform

Linux, MacOS, Windows

Platform

Desktop, mobile, tablet (Upscayl Cloud)

Application type

Desktop application and Cloud service

Open source

Free and Open Source

Deployment

Local desktop and cloud

Model

Multiple models for different needs

Capability

AI Image Upscaler

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Open source

Free and Open Source

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Platform

Linux, MacOS and Windows

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Capability

Uses AI to upscale images

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Capability

Generate AI Images

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Pricing

Free Trial for $0 with 10 credits included

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Pricing

Pro Plan $24.99 per month for 300 credits

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Pricing

Unused Pro Plan credits roll over each month

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Support

Priority support (Pro/Business)

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Support

Priority email & chat support (Custom)

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Limitation

Pro Plan upscales up to 256MP images

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Limitation

Business plan upscales up to 512MP images

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Pricing

Custom plan requires contacting for pricing

[2]upscayl.org/pricing
Capability

AI Image Upscaler

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Use case

Online AI image upscaling and enhancement

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Pricing

Free

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Open source

Yes

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Platform

Linux, MacOS, Windows

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Deployment

Cloud-based service (Upscayl Cloud)

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Integration

Firebase Authentication

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Integration

PostHog (analytics)

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Integration

PayPal, Lemon Squeezy, Stripe (payment processors)

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Training data

User images are not used to train AI models

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Security

Does not sell personal information

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Jurisdiction

EEA/UK legal basis framework applies

[3]upscayl.org/privacy
Practical capabilities

What it helps with

8 documented areas

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Use case

Upscale images up to 16x better resolution

Use case

Batch upscayl multiple images in one go

Use case

Double upscayl images twice for better quality

Use case

Choose between different AI models for different needs

Use case

Online AI image upscaling and enhancement via Upscayl Cloud

Use case

Generate AI images via Upscayl Cloud

Capability

AI Image Upscaler

Capability

Enhance images by up to 16x better resolution

Availability

Where it runs and where to get it

Source checked

Documented product formats, platforms and official distribution destinations. Availability can vary by region and plan.

Cost / license

Free · Free Trial for $0 with 10 credits included · Pro Plan $24.99 per month for 300 credits · Unused Pro Plan credits roll over each monthFree and Open SourceYesFree and Open Source · Yes

Application types

Desktop application and Cloud service

Platforms

Linux, MacOS, WindowsDesktop, mobile, tablet (Upscayl Cloud)Linux, MacOS and Windows

App stores and other links

GitHub
Implementation details

Adoption notes

DeploymentLocal desktop and cloud · Cloud-based service (Upscayl Cloud)
LicenseFree and Open Source · Yes
Model supportMultiple models for different needs
Data controlDoes not sell personal information
Learning curveIntermediate
Primary use casesUpscale images up to 16x better resolution, Batch upscayl multiple images in one go, Double upscayl images twice for better quality, Choose between different AI models for different needs, Online AI image upscaling and enhancement via Upscayl Cloud, Generate AI images via Upscayl Cloud, Online AI image upscaling and enhancement

What to verify before adopting

  • Pro Plan upscales up to 256MP images
  • Business plan upscales up to 512MP images
Evolution and major updates

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  1. 1upscayl.org 16 facts · 3 answers · Official site
  2. 2upscayl.org/pricing 13 facts · 3 answers · Pricing
  3. 3upscayl.org/privacy 12 facts · 4 answers · Security
Research status39 substantive facts · 3 source pages · quality score 100/100